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Stark County

Stark Co. man charged with attempted aggravated murder after shots fired toward deputies in Tusc. County

A 46-year-old Canton man is facing multiple felony charges, including attempted aggravated murder, after authorities say he fired gunshots in the direction of law enforcement…

October 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Stark County woman, 38, dies after crashing SUV on U.S. Route 62

A 38-year-old Canton woman died Thursday evening after her SUV traveled off U.S. Route 62 and struck several objects in the median, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.…

October 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Pedestrian critically injured in Perry Township hit-and-run; police searching for driver

A pedestrian was critically injured in a hit-and-run crash Thursday evening in Perry Township, and police are asking for the public’s help locating the vehicle involved. Detective…

October 16, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Canton firefighter, driver injured after car crashes into emergency vehicle on Interstate 77

Two people were injured, including a Canton firefighter, after a car struck a fire department vehicle that was blocking lanes at an earlier crash scene on Interstate 77 late…

October 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

91-year-old man identified after being found dead in crashed vehicle hidden in woods off U.S. 30

A 91-year-old man found dead Wednesday afternoon inside a heavily damaged vehicle concealed in a wooded area off U.S. Route 30 in Canton has been identified as David D. Duncan of…

October 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Beyond the badge: Stark County sheriff’s chaplain dedicates his life to serving those who serve others

When a Stark County sheriff’s deputy is struggling with something they witnessed on the job, dealing with a personal crisis or simply needs someone to listen, Senior Chaplain…

October 15, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

91-year-old man found dead hours after crash near U.S. 30 in Canton; vehicle hidden from view in wooded area

A 91-year-old Ashland man was found dead Wednesday afternoon inside a heavily damaged vehicle that had apparently been off the roadway for some time, according to Canton police.…

October 14, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

911 call reveals chaotic moments after two women escaped Stark County correctional facility

Two women who escaped from a Stark County correctional facility Monday evening used a thick robe to cross razor wire before jumping as much as 12 feet from a roof, according to…

October 13, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Police: Two women who escaped Stark County correctional facility remain at large

Two women who escaped from a Stark County correctional facility Monday evening are believed to remain at large Tuesday morning, according to a Canton police spokesperson. Lt.…

October 13, 2026 · Jordan Miller

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Carroll County

45-year-old man rescued after nearly three hours trapped in auger inside Carroll County silo

A 45-year-old man was rescued Sunday evening after becoming trapped in an auger inside a 60-foot silo in Carroll County, prompting a complex rescue operation involving an…

October 12, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Judge rules against Feister brothers in Massillon football eligibility lawsuit

A visiting judge has ruled against two Massillon Washington High School football players in their legal battle with the Ohio High School Athletic Association, denying their…

October 9, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Sports

Attorneys say at least four Massillon football players can play Friday as OHSAA lawsuit continues

At least four of the six Massillon Washington High School football players involved in an ongoing eligibility lawsuit against the Ohio High School Athletic Association will be…

October 8, 2026 · Jordan Miller

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Stark County

Jerzee’s closes Centennial Plaza restaurant after five-year run

Jerzee’s Cafe has closed its downtown Canton location at Centennial Plaza, with owner Chris Maggiore saying the event-driven nature of the site made it difficult to generate…

October 7, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Family of five displaced, dog dies after Stark County house fire

A family of five was displaced and a dog died after a fire damaged a Lexington Township home Monday. The fire was reported at 12425 McCallum Ave. NE, according to Lexington…

October 6, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Motorcyclist dies from injuries following Stark County crash

A 64-year-old Navarre man has died from injuries suffered in a motorcycle crash Sunday evening in Stark County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The Canton Post of the…

October 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Sports

OHSAA rules Massillon's Feister brothers ineligible; court fight heads to hearing

Attorneys representing six Massillon Washington student-athletes are asking a Stark County judge to continue protecting the players from Ohio High School Athletic Association…

October 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Shoplifting suspect arrested after police pursuit ends with crash into Perry Township home

A shoplifting investigation led to a police pursuit that ended when a vehicle crashed into a Perry Township home Sunday afternoon, according to police. Perry Township police said…

October 5, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Pilot injured after small plane crashes onto State Route 225 near Alliance

A pilot suffered minor injuries Saturday morning after a small plane crashed during landing and came to rest on state Route 225 just north of Alliance, according to the Ohio State…

October 3, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Dog found dead following Alliance house fire

A dog died and another was rescued after a fire broke out at a two-story home in Alliance on Friday morning, according to the Alliance Fire Department. Firefighters were called to…

October 2, 2026 · Jordan Miller

Stark County

Side-by-side passenger suffers life-threatening injuries in crash with semi on U.S. 30

A passenger in a side-by-side recreational vehicle suffered life-threatening injuries Friday morning in a crash involving a semi on U.S. Route 30 between Robertsville and Minerva.…

October 2, 2026 · Jordan Miller